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Max Downtown

185 Asylum St
Hartford, CT 06103-3408
Phone: (860) 522-2530
Underwhelming experience
2 Star Rating: Below Average

03/29/2008 Posted by Nomad38

I think that it is really important to make note of the dates of a review. This is a restaurant which, in the past, has offered a wonderful experience but things have changed. Because of the high price we limit ourselves to going to Max Downtown on very special occasions. After trying other restaurants, which serve fillet mignon, we came to the conclusion that Max Downtown was the best. Their side order of mushrooms could not possibly be compared to anything we tried elsewhere and their crab cake appetizer was to die for. Fortunately, on our last visit a week ago, they had not raised their prices since we had visited last year. Unfortunately, the portion of their steak had been reduced to half size and the side order of mushrooms was about 1/3 the former amount. The good news is that the food still tasted great but we left the table still hungry. I have lived long enough to know that everything changes with time but had thought that since Max Downtown served an expensive meal that both the size and the quantity might remain the same but that was not to be, We are very disappointed but now will have to revert to one of our other choices of restaurants. We are fortunate to have a wide selection in the Hartford area.

Pros: Great tasting food

Cons: Expensive, small servings

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Editor's Review

Upscale elegance meets classic city club at this posh chophouse.  See the full editorial review.

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What to Drink

Round out your meal with one of Max's teas, listed on the menu by caffeine content.

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Restaurant Information

Smoking

  • At bar

Parking

  • Valet

Hours

  • Mon-Fri 11:30am-10:30pm
  • Fri-Sat 5pm-11:30pm
  • Sun 4:30pm-9:30pm

Cuisines

  • Eclectic & International
  • Californian
  • Steakhouse
  • Seafood

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • Travelers Check
  • Visa
  • Discover
  • Diners Club

Meal Price

  • $$$$

Amenities

  • Online Reservations
  • Romantic Dining
  • Quiet
  • Notable Wine List
  • People Watching
  • Valet Parking

Recognition for Max Downtown

2006 Audience Winner - Martini
2006 Audience Winner - Romantic Bar
2006 Audience Winner - Fine Dining
2004 Audience Winner - Date Spot
2004 Audience Winner - Fine Dining
2004 Audience Winner - Wine List

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